27 November 2021
Experts say vaccination rates need to pick up to prevent the new variant spreading in South Africa, as some of its citizens take their lead from preachers relying on misinformation from the internet.
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27 Nov: After a new COVID-19 variant emerged in southern Africa, scientists, health officials and the public are concerned, and the World Health Organization is monitoring the situation closely. Here is what we know.... more
27 Nov: Riots, arson attacks and looting over three straight days of civil unrest leave the capital of Honiara short on food and essential services. This is what the crisis looks like on the ground.... more
27 Nov: All 27 European nations agree to shut their borders to African nations with the new Omicron COVID variant in a bid to keep it out, as the WHO cautions nations against panicking.... more
27 Nov: House of Gucci weaves the tale of how Patrizia Reggiani managed to muscle her way into one of fashion's most powerful families and threaten its legacy, setting off a "reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence and revenge". The true story behind it is almost unbelievable. Warning: spoilers for House of Gucci ahead.... more
26 Nov: Britain bans travellers from six countries as scientists identify a new coronavirus variant they say has mutations likely to make it more infectious and resistant to vaccines.... more
26 Nov: Black Friday and Cyber Monday are now firmly entrenched in the Australian sales calendar, rivalling more traditional sale events such as Boxing Day, but this November may not be the time to get the best deal.... more
26 Nov: Internal documents show how Australia's largest investment bank took part in a controversial German tax scheme despite warnings of reputational damage and legal risk.... more
26 Nov: Protests in the capital Honiara quickly spiralled out of the control of local police, with arson and looting in the Chinatown district and the city centre, and crowds threatening to disrupt Parliament.... more
